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Education Assistant - Assumption Elementary School, Powell River
@ Catholic Independent Schools Vancouver Archdiocese
Powell River, British Columbia
Overview
Catholic Independent Schools Vancouver Archdiocese is hiring a full-time Education Assistant for Assumption Catholic School in Powell River. The role supports students, including those with special needs, under the supervision of a certified teacher. Candidates need Grade 12 or equivalent, current educational assistant certification and a clean BC criminal record check.
Responsibilities:
- Support students in an inclusive classroom under a certified teacher
- Assist with individualized or group behavioural and learning support
- Collect observation and academic and behavioural data
- Participate in IEP and school-based team meetings
Requirements summary:
- Grade 12 or equivalent
- Current educational assistant certification
- Clean BC criminal record check
- Suitable character for working with students with exceptionalities
- Ability to work in a team environment
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-05
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-16
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-07
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Social & community services |
| Hours per week | 40 (estimated) |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | School |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer low |
| Licences & certifications | Educational assistant certification |
| Background checks | criminal record |
| Education | High school (required) |
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Catholic Independent Schools Vancouver Archdiocese
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WHO WE ARE
The Catholic Independent Schools of the Vancouver Archdiocese (the CISVA) operates 46 schools – 40 elementary and 6 high schools. Our schools are located throughout the Greater Vancouver Area, near the best sites and attractions that Vancouver and British Columbia has to offer. Our footprint extends over 250 kilometers from Powell River in the west to Chilliwack in the east.
We are a culturally diverse faith-based family. We offer more than a place of work – we provide a call to your teaching vocation where you can work and live your faith in a supportive community.
We are a vibrant school system with many school and program expansion projects in the future. We offer spiritual and professional growth and mentorship opportunities for new teachers to help them with their transition into the CISVA.
WHY WORK WITH THE CISVA
- Work in a faith-based and culturally diverse school environment
- Competitive salary and excellent Benefits Package, including CPP, Extended Medical, Dental
- Schools located throughout the Greater Vancouver Area and Powell River, close to the beauty and adventure that British Columbia has to offer
- If you live outside of the Greater Vancouver Area, learn more about on your next tax return on the Government of Canada website.
ABOUT
Assumption Catholic School is located in Powell River, BC in the qat̓ᶿɛt. region. Our tight knit faith-based school community enrolls approximately 100 students from Kindergarten to Grade 7 taught by our vibrant staff. Powell River is a beautiful community of approximately 13,000 residents located in the traditional territories of the ɬaʔamɩn First Nation. Surrounded by the ocean, forests, plentiful lakes Powell River residents partake in a wide variety of cultural, sporting, and recreational events in the stunning landscape. Our community is an attractive option for families who love the outdoors, the support a small community can bring, and being surrounded by a nature’s peaceful presence.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Candidate will be capable of working collaboratively with teachers, students, parents, and fellow EAs. The successful applicant will bring creativity and enthusiasm to the job and be willing to work in a variety of settings, and with a variety of students with varying special needs.
Roles and Responsibilities:
- Work under the supervision of a certified teacher
- Support students to maximize participation and learning in an inclusive environment
- Assist teachers in designing and implementing individualized or group behavioural and learning support
- Assist in the collection of data, including observations and recording of academic and behavioural performance
- Interact with students in a professional and effective manner
- Participate in IEP/School-Based Team meetings as required
- Option to increase hours by 6 hours per week as After School Care manager
Candidates should:
- Have completed Grade 12 or equivalent
- Have current educational assistant certification
- Be eligible for a clean current British Columbia criminal record check
- Have evidence that the personality and character are suitable to work with students who have exceptionalities
- Be willing to work in a team environment
APPLICATION PROCESS
1. Create your
2. Complete and add all required application documents to your profile (see below)
3. Complete all profile sections, including: Provincial Certificates, Qualifications, Education, Experience, and Questions
4. Apply to this job posting
REQUIRED APPLICATION DOCUMENTS
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Certificate/Diploma
- Criminal Record Check (if you are outside of BC)
- Proof of Eligibility to Work in Canada (Canadian Birth Certificate, Canadian Citizenship Card, Permanent Residence, etc.)
- Catholic Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
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*For the Catholic Pastoral Reference (for Catholic Applicants) and Non-Catholic Pastoral Reference you must download the appropriate form, provide it to your Pastor for signing, and have them submit it directly to .
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